10/07/2025
🌮 Happy National Taco Day from The Nutrition Chef! Celebrate with smarter swaps that keep flavor high and junk low.
Tips for healthier tacos
- Start with Siete organic hard‑shell tortillas — read labels and avoid hydrogenated oils and excess additives.
- Skip refried beans with lard; choose plain black/pinto beans or a veggie mash, or go lean turkey for a lower‑fat meat option. (For vegetarian: use seasoned lentils, crumbled tofu, or chickpeas.)
- Keep sodium down: make your own taco seasoning (cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, a pinch of chili, and lemon/lime zest) and skip prepackaged mixes.
- Load up the veg: tomato, green onion, lettuce, cilantro, and creamy avocado for healthy fats. Add a squeeze of lime for brightness.
- Smart extras: Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, a small sprinkle of queso fresco, and lots of fresh herbs.
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